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We live in a world where people have lost their knowledge of how to respect our flag and our country, our flag is the symbol of our pride and honor for our country. Our Flag flies proudly to represent the sacrifices of all the men and women who gave their lives so that we can live in a free country. Through the years people have not only lost their pride for our country and our flag, but they have also forgotten how to properly care for or even how and when to fly our flag. 50 years ago many people knew how to fly, store and how to destroy a worn out flag sadly things have changed. This day, few people know the proper flag etiquette. Most people rely on Scouts or military to know proper flag etiquette, many schools have stopped teaching proper flag etiquette and singing our national anthem anymore. How many houses with flags on them do you pass in your neighborhood? We should be seeing flags on every store, house and school. Do you find it odd that there are only a few flags scattered about? Some flags are even torn and ripped and there still flying! That’s just wrong, what happened to our respect for our flag and country? I am not saying that everyone has forgotten the proper etiquette of flags. What I am saying is that many people have lost their admiration of our flag and its meaning. Our Website is dedicated to our country and provides information on proper flag etiquette and much more interesting information about flags. Did you know That Canada was given an official title by our founding fathers? You can check out more about this on our webpage at EFlag Source.com. Our website also features many different flags from all over the world and special discount rates only available at EFlag Source.com ItĂ‚’s a shame that so many people have forgotten how important it is to fly a flag and how to properly care for flags I hope that you will join us and purchase a flag from EFlag Source and help bring the respect and honor our flag and country deserve have a great day and be sure to check out our website at Eflagsource.com By: Micah J Wallace
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From Betsy Ross' first efforts to sew an emblem of a new nation, to the Star Spangled Banner flown in the War of 1812 that inspired Francis Scott Key to write a poem that would become our national anthem, to the stars and stripes that were hoisted amid the wreckage of the World Trade Center after September 11, the U.S. flag represents the principles, the hope, and the perseverance of the United States and of the American people. Individuals and businesses purchase U.S. Flags to demonstrate their patriotism and their support for our country and for the men and women who serve in our armed forces. Yet, because most people buy very few U.S. flags over the course of their lifetimes, it's sometimes difficult to know what kind of U.S. flag to buy, or which flag would be most appropriate for the use you have in mind. Here, then, are some pointers: Materials for Outdoor U.S. Flags The four most popular brands of U.S. flags are Dura-Lite, Bulldog, Champion, and Endurance. Dura-Lite U.S. flags are known for their durable nylon fabrication, rich colors, versatility, and sewn stripes. Bulldog flags are made from high quality cotton, and feature embroidered stars and sewn stripes. Champion flags are constructed from durable polyester, and are known for withstanding the elements - like moisture, wind, and sun. These extra rugged flags are typically employed for institutional uses, and feature either sewn or embroidered stars and sewn stripes. Endurance flags are made from rugged mesh nylon with appliqued stars and sewn stripes. The mesh reduces wind resistance, giving the flag a very long life, while its light weight gives it extraordinary flying ability. What Size is Right? When you purchase U.S. flags, the size of the flag is largely dependent upon the size of the flagpole. A 15-foot flagpole, for example, would fly a flag no larger than about 2-1/2 feet by 4 feet. A 30-foot flag pole would fly a U.S. flag about 5 feet by 8 feet, and a 40-foot flag pole would fly a flag about 8 feet by 12 feet. Flying the U.S. Flag at Home Most people don't have flagpoles in their front yards, and so opt for U.S. flag residential mounts. There are several options available. One is an aluminum flagpole that measures five feet by one inch and that is recommended for flags that are either 2 feet by 3 feet or 3 feet by 5 feet. You can also purchase pole sets that have a heavy-duty two-position mounting bracket and 1-1/2-inch aluminum pole. Some pole sets come with a decorative eagle, poles that extend up to 6 feet, and a pewter finish. If you don't wish to use a bracket and pole, you can certainly display your U.S. flag on your balcony, windowsill, or against the wall. When you do so, proper flag etiquette dictates that the flag is displayed flat, either horizontally or vertically, with the stars displayed on the flag's own right. This means that, when you're standing in front of the flag, the star area (also called the union) should be to your left. The US flag is a wonderful symbol of the liberties and principles that we hold dear, and those who purchase U.S. flags are always encouraged to proudly display the stars and stripes. Chris Robertson is an author of Majon International, one of the worlds MOST popular internet marketing companies on the web. Learn more about How to Purchase U.S. Flags or Majon's Shopping - General directory. Article By: Chris Robertson
Flags symbolize many things. They represent people and showcase a nation's pride. They speak volumes about a country's history. Flags have been in use for a very long time. They were earlier used by people to represent the work they did. Over the years, military units made optimum use of flags colors. They state an identity and during battles, flags served as a meeting point when a formation was out of order. Soldiers gathered around the flag to correct their formation, attack or to retreat. Flags were used to mark important places, such as hospitals, important buildings and communication centers. Flags have been an integral part of the American culture for most of the country's history. Americans look up to the national flag with pride and respect. Flags and revolutions are synonymous with each other. There were many flags that were designed during the revolutions. One was the Bedford Flag. This flag was flaunted in the battle of Concord in 1775. The Latin inscription meant "Conquer or Die." The Bennington or "Vermont" flag flew over the military stores in Bennington, Vermont, in 1777. Betsy Ross or the "First Stars and Stripes" flag was adopted on June 14, 1777. In order to represent the country in a more apt manner, The Continental Congress decided to include thirteen alternating red and white stripes. Other changes were the thirteen white stars in a blue field. These inclusions represented initial states from which the present union grew. They hoisted the Bunker Hill flag. This marked the end of a long and epic battle. Flags are and have been an integral part of American history. There are many flags that have been in existence from colonial times to this day. They are highly regarded and command a great sense of respect. American Flags provides detailed information on American Flags, American Flag Pins, American Flags for Cars, American Flag History and more. American Flags is affiliated with US Flag Etiquette. By: Seth Miller
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NASCAR Flags have been around as long as the sport of auto racing itself. Before there were two-way radios in NASCAR race cars, the only method of communicating with drivers during the extremely loud racing action was with the use of colored flags. These large, colorful flags gain the attention of drivers and are easy to see. Almost every auto racing series uses the same combination of flag colors. NASCAR drivers can see the status of the race by looking at the flag. Just as signal lights at a traffic intersection let drivers know what to do, flags communicate racing conditions to the Nascar drivers. The NASCAR flags are usually waved by a flagman on a platform at the start/finish line. Here is what the different colored flags mean: Green Flag: The green flag is used to signal the beginning of the race or a race restart. Green means that the track is clear and the race cars may continue. Yellow Flag: This Nascar flag is used to signal an accident, debris on the track, a mechanical failure or bad weather. The yellow flag means that the track is not clear. It signals drivers to slow down and hold their position. Drivers are allowed to group up behind the leader. A yellow flag during a practice race means the race cars should go to their pit stop immediately. Red Flag: The red flag means that the track is unsafe and there is a situation that requires the immediate attention of Nascar officials. All race cars must stop. The red flag is usually waved in cases of heavy rain or an accident that requires medical assistance. A red flag can also mean that the race track is blocked by debris or a crashed car. A red flag during the closing laps of a race can also be waved to ensure the race ends under good conditions. White Flag: The white Nascar flag means that there is one lap remaining in the race. Checkered Flag: The familiar black and white checkered flag means the race is complete. Jake Tyler Artical By: Jake Tyler
Apart from the national flag, often called the “stars and stripes” or “the old glory,” there are U.S. State flags. All the fifty States of the United States have State flags pronouncing their individual identities. The State flags are second only to the flag of the United States of America, which is the national flag. The State flags tell the story of the evolution, glory, power and prestige of the States. The stars of the national flag represented the number of States. From 1777 to 1795, there were only thirteen stars, as there were only thirteen States. As more States came into being, more stars were added. The number of stars increased corresponding to the number of States added. All the States formed their own flags as these were formed. The District of Columbia, Washington, D.C.—the capital of the U.S.—has a separate flag, which consists of three stars and two stripes, all red, in a white background and set in a rectangle. Puerto Rico, a Commonwealth associated with the U.S., has another flag. Apart from all these, we have U.S. Air Force Flag, U.S. Army Flag, U.S. Marine Corps Flag and the U.S. Service Flag. The Department of Defense has authorized the Service Flag as an official banner that can be used for display by families who have members serving in the Armed Forces during a war or while the U.S. is engaged in hostilities; it can be displayed during the duration of such hostilities. The State flags stand for the richness and variety, all held together by the cohesion and unity proclaimed by the national flag. US Flags provides detailed information on US Flags, US State Flags, US Flag Etiquette, US Flag History and more. US Flags is affiliated with American Flags for Cars.
The current flag of Mexico has three stripes. It is green, white, and red with an emblem. The overall general design of the Mexican flag has been the same since 1821, but this flag was adopted in 1968. The design in the center of the flag is the image of an eagle holding a snake. The eagle is sitting on a rock near a cactus in a lake. The Aztecs had a legend that their gods had told them to build a city where they saw an eagle with a snake. The legend says this is the city that became what is now Mexico City. When it was originally created, the colors represented green for their independence from Spain. The color white represented the religion of Catholicism that is prominent in Mexico. The color red was intended to represent the Americas union with Europe. The meanings have changed over time and the current official definition of the flag gets around the problem by not assigning any meaning to the colors. Generally the colors are now thought to represent to be green for hope. The color white is considered to represent either unity or purity. The color red reminds the people of their religion or blood of heroes. Notice how the religion has been changed from white to red and is no longer specific to the Roman Catholic Church. Up until 1968 Mexico used the tri-color flag without the emblem for many applications. However when they hosted the 1968 summer Olympics, this presented a problem. The flag that they were using in many areas was identical to the Italian flag. With the large number of people visiting for the summer games, this wouldn’t have looked good and could have caused a lot of confusion. To prevent confusion the current definition was adopted that requires the emblem with the eagle. In 1995 the legal description of the Mexican flag was changed once again. The previous description stated that the eagle had to face to the left. At first this seems simple, but it does not take into account what will happen when the flag is viewed from the back. This may have been a simple oversite in the haste to get the flag changed before the Olympic games or maybe they originally expected the flag to be printed correctly on both sides. The definition didn't allow the back side of the flag to let the eagle to face right instead of left as it is on the front of the flag. I’m not sure how the prevented people from seeing the back of the flag for all those years. After the 1995 change, the flag can be officially viewed from the front and the back. The Mexico501 website offers insight into life in Mexico and tips for people looking at moving "south of the border". You can find more information about the Mexico water supply at the site as well.
The American flag is one of the most recognized symbols of the world. Americans have historically held a great deal of affection for the flag. One such example of the this affection is demonstrated when Flag Day was conceived by George Balch, a New York City kindergarten teacher. Balch had planned an idea of observing Flag Day with appropriate activities and ceremonies for the children of his school on June 14, 1889. Later, Balch’s idea was adopted by the State Board of Education of New York. Additional Flag Day celebrations followed including one two years later on June 14, 1891 when the Betsy Ross House held a celebration in Philadelphia and on June 14,1892 when the New York Society of the Sons of the Revolution celebrated Flag Day. Following these three celebrations, the Pennsylvania Society of Colonial Dames of America adopted a resolution requesting that the Mayor of Philadelphia issue a proclamation asking all citizens to display the U.S. Flag on June 14th and that the day be officially known as Flag Day. Two weeks after the request was made by the Society of Colonial Dames, the Board of Managers Pennsylvania Society of Sons of the Revolution unanimously voted to endorse the action. The efforts of these two organizations resulted in a public Flag Day exercise being held in Independence Square. School children carried flags and sang patriotic songs with political and nationalist addresses being delivered by community leaders. Local and state celebrations in Pennsylvania, Illinois, and New York continued for thirty years before the Flag Day holiday became recognized at the Federal level as a result of President Woodrow Wilson signing a proclamation that recognized the anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777. Flag Day became a national holiday on August 3, 1949 when President Truman signed an Act of Congress designating that June 14th of each year would be known as National Flag Day. With Flag Day in the early summer month of June, it is a great time for a barbeque party or family get together. Activities can include crafting patriotic decorations that can be displayed until after Independence Day. Mrs. Party... Gail Leino is the internet's leading authority on selecting the best possible party supplies (http://partysupplieshut.com), using proper etiquette and manners while also teaching organizational skills and fun facts. The Party Supplies Hut has a huge selection of free party games, coloring pages, word find, word scramble, printable baby and bridal shower activities. Holiday Party Decorations (Holiday-Party-Decorations.com), free games, menus, recipes, coloring sheets, theme ideas, and activities to help complete your event. |
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